Driving at night is not for everyone. Dim lighting, dark road signs, and hidden pedestrians create a recipe for disaster for some drivers. However, thanks to advancements in headlight safety, the headlamps on display today are far superior to ones in the past. Driving at night doesn’t have to invoke the same fear it once did because brighter lights come standard in new makes and models. Modern headlights are so powerful that disadvantages have emerged as a result. Today, while illumination is greater than ever, the likelihood of blinding headlights while driving is more prevalent.
Are modern headlights causing a hazard while driving? Is there any end to the headlight glare? Find out the answers to these concerning topics below.
Are modern headlights causing injuries or accidents?
After the New York Times released an exposé on blinding headlights, many drivers began to question their own experience while driving at night. Most can recount a time when an oncoming sedan or SUV left them completely blinded. Some are so against the new light technologies that they’ve joined a ban on blinding headlights on change.org. Are LED and HID headlamps causing accidents? The question remains. But, there is reason to believe that the blinding has become a distraction to drivers. Is the light too much to bear?
As headlight enthusiasts, we know headlamp innovation continues to get better. While those LED and HID bulbs might trigger some inattentional blindness, they are also keeping our roads safer with better illumination for drivers. Modern headlights are what we need, but I’m sure in time they will continue to advance. At least to the point where eyesight concerns subside.
Don’t get blinded by the light
When you take a look at headlight history, it’s pretty remarkable the technologies that exist today. Modern headlights have transformed the way we see at night. One thing’s for sure, it is possible to get blinded by those powerful LED bulbs. Our best tip is to glance to the right of your lane when powerful high beams are approaching. It may not solve the issue of headlight glare, but it will help you maintain your safety and avoid further distraction while driving. Moreover, you won’t find yourself getting lost in the light ahead. Instead, you’ll keep your focus on your lane and safe driving practices.
On the plus side, the glare might not last forever
While car lighting standards may not be perfect, the advancements that have been made are sure impressive. First and foremost, adaptive headlights are changing the game in headlight blindness. Each year more and more makes and models integrate this headlight technology into standard trims. What makes these innovative headlamps outstanding is how they adjust to the movement of your vehicle. If you’re veering to the right, your adaptive headlamps use cornering assistance technology to shift their focus to the direction the car is moving. Therefore, oncoming traffic shouldn’t feel the the strong impact of blinding headlights.
I think we can all agree that modern headlight innovation is just getting started. While the blinding while driving might be a hot topic now, it is much better than the yellow bulbs that used to guide drivers at night. Headlight safety and driver safety are at their highest point with the incorporation of modern headlamps. Not to mention, the use of car lighting is taking on a new form, with manufacturers like Hyundai redefining how to incorporate car lightning into the mold of a vehicle. Basically, the positive changes will continue to come, and hopefully eyesight will be kept in mind.
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